William Elbert Bentley, age 74, passed away September 8, 2016, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born in Winter Haven, Florida to Elbert and Theresa Bentley. After attending high school in San Benito, Texas, he attended UT Austin, where he was a member of the Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity. After graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, he entered the Navy and was a helicopter pilot flying search and rescue missions off the carrier, Bonne Homme Richard, in the Vietnam War. Following his tour in the Navy, he entered the moving and storage business, and in 1985 purchased Scobey Moving Services. In his retirement he enjoyed his hobbies of golf and fishing with his friends.
Mr. Bentley was preceded in death by: his Father, Mother and Sister Judy
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He is survived by his beloved wife, Cheryl and daughter, Cassy.
The graveside service will begin at 10:30 am, Monday, September 19, 2016, at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with Navy Honors. Condolences may be offered at www.sunsetfuneralhomesa.com.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors.
